CNC Team Lead: Machining Leader & Scheduler

Dubuque Screw Products Inc; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubuque Screw Products Inc is seeking a CNC Team Lead to oversee a team responsible for setting up and operating CNC machines, ensuring on-time production and high-quality machined parts. The role requires strong leadership, adherence to safety policies, and coordination with the Production Manager to optimize scheduling and priorities.

The position emphasizes continuous improvement, teamwork, and effective communication across departments, with a focus on maintaining cleanliness, traceability,

Qualifications

• Safety policies and procedures must be followed at all times.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential on-site.
• Promote continuous improvement and support the company’s quality management system.
• Ability to identify training needs and support team development.
• Interacts with ERP systems and supports troubleshooting of production issues.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up CNC machines (turning, drilling, milling, tapping) per production goals.
• Create and communicate team schedule with Production Manager.
• Monitor production to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Lead the CNC setup team and operators to meet production priorities.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the work area and traceability of paperwork.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions as needed.

Skills

Technical Capacity

Communication

Self-motivation

Organizational Skills

Decision-making

Mechanical Aptitude

Training Ability

Computer Skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Forklift certification

3-5 years of shipping experience

Job description

Dubuque Screw Products Inc is seeking a CNC Team Lead to oversee a team responsible for setting up and operating CNC machines, ensuring on-time production and high-quality machined parts. The role requires strong leadership, adherence to safety policies, and coordination with the Production Manager to optimize scheduling and priorities.

The position emphasizes continuous improvement, teamwork, and effective communication across departments, with a focus on maintaining cleanliness, traceability,